1949 Allard J vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, both 1949 Allard J and 1949 MG TD were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J (120 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 12 kg more than 1949 Allard J.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Allard | MG |
| Model | J | TD |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
